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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville's Nomads Southtown— a live music breakfast brunch venue at 1431 South School Avenue— will close after more than 10 years when it hosts a farewell brunch bash on July 20 from 8 to 6 p.m. Owner Jeremy Brown said rising expenses and challenges with the local homeless population led him to sell off items like buses, containers, furniture, wall art, and kitchen equipment while shifting his focus to Nomads Trailside. 5 News
- ➤ Fayetteville attorney Todd Lewis, originally from Fort Smith, has served clients for 28 years as a partner at Conner and Winters law firm—earning awards like the 2023 Lawyer of the Year and a spot in Forty Under 40. He balances a busy practice in commercial litigation with family life and mentoring young lawyers. NWA Business Journal
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery reported on Thursday that it raised $111.3 million for college scholarships in fiscal 2025 that ended June 30, making it the third highest amount since ticket sales began in September 2009. Lottery revenue reached $578.7 million—down from $613.6 million in fiscal 2024—but it surpassed initial projections. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A section of Stephen Carr Memorial Boulevard will be milled and repaved beginning Sunday. The work will take place from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily and is expected to finish July 19 if weather holds steady—flaggers and traffic signs will guide drivers along the stretch from North Shiloh Drive to the Interstate 49 north exit ramps. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville officials will review a proposal on July 15 to shift from curbside bins to a cart-based, single-stream recycling system that uses automated trucks to boost collection and improve worker safety. The new plan aims to cut costs and slow fee increases over five years — following recommendations from a consultant study that showed the current system is unsustainable. Fayetteville Flyer
- ➤ A section of Stephen Carr Memorial Boulevard will be milled and repaved from July 13th to July 19th with work conducted overnight from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.—drivers are advised to use extra caution as flaggers and signage manage partial lane closures. City of Fayetteville
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ John Calipari is changing his recruiting by using experienced transfers and returning veterans after last season’s injuries and a tough start in SEC play; his Razorbacks reached the Sweet 16 and are now adding top recruits to rebuild for a comeback season — mixing old and new talent for his second season. This move shows he is adjusting to the new college basketball landscape while aiming to boost Arkansas' performance. 5 News
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Happy Hour Concert with Earl & Them
6-8 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of uplifting live music in a beloved local venue.
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Folk Music Workshop: Makin' Progress
1-2:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Cost info not provided — Explore and update folk songs for modern themes with Simon Flory.
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Ozark Enduro Lite Race 2
9 a.m. — Centennial Park — Registration required — Test your skills in a friendly Enduro mountain bike race designed for beginners.
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Song Camp 2025
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville — Cost varies — A week-long day camp for kids to explore singing and music-making through cultural songs and fun activities.
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Rob Schneider Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets required — Enjoy laughs with Rob Schneider during his You Can Dooo It! The Tour.
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Vincent Neil Emerson Live Concert
8:30-10:00 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music from Vincent Neil Emerson with Agalisiga 'Chuj' Mackey while sipping your favorite drinks.
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Awakening Vitality: Community Qigong
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Lower Ramble, Fayetteville — Free entry — Experience a gentle outdoor Qigong practice that promotes harmony and connection with nature.
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